The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Urinating more
Less Common Side Effects
- Higher blood sugar levels
- Lower potassium levels
Torsemide serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Low blood pressure: dizziness, lightheaded, fainting
- Severe dehydration: dizziness, confusion, exhaustion, dry skin, dark urine, not urinating as much as usual
- Electrolyte imbalance: dizziness, tiredness, headache, muscle weakness, muscle cramps, shortness of breath, confusion
- Serious skin reaction: painful blisters, peeling skin, rash
Source: DailyMed
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The following Torsemide side effects have also been reported
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common
convulsions
decreased urination
increased thirst
irregular heartbeat
loss of appetite
mood changes
muscle pain or cramps
nausea or vomiting
numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, or lips
shortness of breath
swelling of the hands, ankles, feet, or lower legs
unusual tiredness or weakness
Rare
Black, tarry stools
dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from a suddenly sitting or lying position
ringing or buzzing in the ears or any hearing loss
skin rash
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
Symptoms of overdose
Blurred vision
coma
confusion
decreased urine output
dizziness
drowsiness
fainting
fast heartbeat
headache
increase in heart rate
irritability
lightheadedness
rapid breathing
sunken eyes
sweating
unusual tiredness or weakness
weak pulse
wrinkled skin
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common
Increase in urination
Less common
Acid or sour stomach
belching
difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)
difficulty in moving
increased cough
indigestion
joint pain
lack or loss of strength
muscle pain or stiffness
nervousness
pain in the joints
stomach discomfort, upset, or pain
swollen joints
trouble sleeping
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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